S2 E7: Reclaiming Recovery: Addiction, Motherhood and the System

S2 E7: Reclaiming Recovery: Addiction, Motherhood and the System

In this episode of Our Life on Earth, Reign sits down with Charlotte for a raw and deeply honest conversation about addiction, recovery, and motherhood. Charlotte shares her journey from heroin dependence to healing, her experience navigating methadone treatment, and her discovery of alternative approaches like sodium ascorbate. Together they explore the failures of social services, the stigma faced by pregnant women who use drugs, and what real compassion and support could look like for vulnerable families.

S2 E6: Choosing Motherhood: Jennifer’s Journey to Becoming a Single Parent

In this heartfelt conversation, Jennifer opens up about her decision to become a single mother and the emotional, cultural, and practical realities of that choice. She reflects on the moment she decided to conceive, the support she received from her family, and the challenges of navigating modern expectations around relationships, gender roles, and parenting. Together, Reign and Jennifer explore how shifting social norms are reshaping what family means today — from redefining partnership to embracing motherhood on one’s own terms. They discuss the balance between career and caregiving, the freedom that comes with self-trust, and the courage it takes to follow your intuition when life doesn’t fit the traditional script. Keywords: single motherhood, solo parenting, motherhood journey, family support, modern relationships, women's empowerment, Reign Lawrence podcast.

S2 E5: Interdependence VS Codependence with AMWU

In this episode, Reign and AMWU dive deep into the dance between codependency and interdependence — in friendships, family, and community. We share personal stories of setting boundaries, breaking old relationship patterns, and learning how to support others without losing ourselves in the process. We explore the role of somatic work in healing trauma, how self-perception shapes what we manifest, and why independence doesn’t mean isolation. AMWU opens up about her journey of building a self-sufficient community in Jamaica, while Reign reflects on embracing codependency as a framework for growth and sovereignty. From navigating past relationships to celebrating new beginnings — including Onyx’s milestone toothless smile — this conversation offers an honest look at how we can grow individually and together.

S2 E4 The Female Nervous System and Conscious Breathwork w/ Eve Mcnaghten: The Rise of the Parasympathetic

In this episode, Reign is joined by breathwork facilitator Eve McNaghten for a deep dive into the female nervous system, menstrual cycles, and the transformative power of conscious connected breathwork. Eve shares her journey of coming off the pill, healing early menstrual trauma, and discovering how breathwork can both nurture and destabilize depending on a woman’s cycle and the method used. Together, they explore: * Why women need a cyclical approach to breathwork * How trauma lives in the body and can be released through breath * The role of hormones in shaping stress and emotional responses * The impact of cycle awareness on relationships and intimacy * Wider reflections on culture, patriarchy, and our disconnection from the body This conversation is raw, honest, and full of insight into what it means to reclaim the wisdom of the body and live more fully in tune with our cycles.

S2 E3: The Changing Landscape of Sex & Intimacy with Sexologist Sarah

I'm joined by sexologist, Sarah Peart. Our conversation covers Sarah's journey into sexology and her background in sexual education. We explore various aspects of sexual health and education, including historical developments in contraception, the impact of pornography on young people, and Sarah's work with the Y.M.C.A. sexual health outreach team in Wales. The discussion ranges from masculinity, gender relations, and the importance of comprehensive sexual education.